# The Problem with "Template" Websites

A quick look at "template" websites.

**Templates:**

- A **design someone else has**
- Limited **customisation**
- **Some use of Flash** which will not work on iPhones nor allow for good SEO ranking.
- Lack of **mobile optimisation**
- **Lack of support** if something goes wrong.
- Use of **outdated technology**

**"Custom" sites in comparison to "template" websites:**

- **Better SEO**

- Adaptable to **business needs**
- **Scalability** - Upgrade your website to an ecommerce site.
- Ability to **easily maintain the website** through a Content Management System ( [CMS](/content/manager/blog/what-are-content-management-systems.html))
- **Copyright material** (pictures) obtained

Source:

[Web Page Mistakes](http://www.webpagemistakes.ca/custom-web-design-website-templates/)

Our own thoughts

At Radian Web, we create websites, we do not use templates. Check out our [website page](/content/manager/brisbane-web-design-services/new-website-design-and-development.html) for more info.